Tag: reports

In its latest issue of “Phish & Ships”, Be Cyber Aware at sea, touches upon the issue of cyber security. It presents thoughts of of industry leaders, as well as advice and new guidance on how to deal with maritime cyber risks.

Ventilation may be needed in order to ensure that there is a sufficient oxygen supply for safe personnel entry into the cargo space. In addition, ventilation can remove poisonous and flammable gases which could give rise to a dangerous situation.

A total of nine incidents of piracy and armed robbery against ships were reported in November 2017, according to ReCAAP ISC's monthly report. The situation in Asia continues to improve, as the total number of incidents during January-November 2017 is the lowest among the 10-year reporting period. 

Global shipping is expected to remain negative, as no material improvement in market fundamentals in 2018 is bound to happen, mainly because of lingering overcapacity, with the tanker shipping sector being the most exposed.

British charity Human Rights at Sea published its latest report on the disappearances and deaths of fisheries observers and related crew in the Pacific region, highlighting troubling trends and a lack of support at sea, as well as insufficient protections for fisheries observers.

A total of nine incidents of piracy and armed robbery against ships were reported in October 2017, according to ReCAAP ISC's monthly report. The number of incidents in October increased slightly compared to the same period in 2016, while the total number of incidents during January-October 2017 is the lowest among the 10-year reporting period. 

Oceans Beyond Piracy is releasing a series of issue papers to further classify and define each identified model of contracted maritime security. In its latest issue paper it explores the model of State Affiliated Escorts.

Japan P&I Club released an announcement outlining the new Technical Information No. TEC-1129 published by ClassNK, which revokes Technical Information No. TEC-0907.

According to a report published by the German Shipowners’ Association, it is noted that Global shipping is the most important and carbon efficient mode of transport for international trade. 

Office of Naval Intelligence published its weekly reports, outlining the piracy incidents occurred at the Horn of Africa, Gulf of Guinea and SouthEast Asia, as well as piracy incidents that occurred worldwide.